Experience the High-Stakes Life of a Space Salvager

Step into the zero-gravity boots of a blue-collar worker in Hardspace: Shipbreaker, a gripping physics-based simulation that turns the industrial drudey of ship dismantling into an addictive, high-stakes gameplay loop. As a newly contracted "cutter" for the LYNX Corporation, your mission is simple yet daunting: dismantle massive, derelict spacecraft and extract as much value as possible to pay off a staggering debt of one billion credits.

While the task may sound like mere recycling, the reality is far more intense. You are operating in the vacuum of space, where every cut you make can lead to catastrophic explosive decompression. Whether you are navigating through a pressurized hull or carefully extracting a hot reactor, the margin for error is razor-thin—and dying is extremely unprofitable for the corporation.

Master the Art of Ship Dismantling

The gameplay of Hardspace: Shipbreaker revolves around a sophisticated next-generation physics simulation. Armed with a multi-purpose grappling beam and a modular cutting tool, you must meticulously strip ships down to their core components. The process requires precision and strategy as you manage various materials and disposal methods:

  • Scrap Metal: Slice through hulls and debris to feed scrap into the processors.
  • Valuable Materials: Carefully extract high-value items like titanium and carbon fiber for maximum profit.
  • Electronics and Components: Locate and salvage specialized ship systems, computers, and reactors to be sent to the green barge for resale.
  • Hazardous Waste: Properly dispose of glass, broken machinery, and materials that must be incinerated.

As you progress through your career, the complexity of your contracts will increase. You will move from simple, box-like engines to massive, intricate vessels containing dangerous electrical systems, fuel lines, coolant, and radioactive components.

A Dystopian Struggle for Survival

Beyond the mechanical satisfaction of tearing ships apart lies a compelling narrative set within a darkly satirical, ultra-capitalistic universe. The LYNX Corporation dominates the industry through "EverWork" technology, which provides workers with a form of immortality—but at a cost. This technology ensures you can survive the most hazardous salvage jobs, but it also allows the corporation to trap employees in a cycle of permanent debt through astronomical rental fees and interest rates.

Navigating this corporate nightmare requires more than just skill; it requires upgrades. Use your earnings to improve your tools, helmet, and suit to take on more lucrative, albeit more dangerous, contracts. Upgrading your equipment is essential not only for survival but also for reducing the weekly rent you owe to LYNX.

Key Features

  • Immersive Simulation: Experience the unique tension of zero-gravity work, managing oxygen levels and navigating the perils of space.
  • Dynamic Physics: Utilize advanced segmentation systems to cut surfaces and objects at any angle, creating a highly reactive environment.
  • Progression System: Unlock new perks, upgrade essential gear, and tackle increasingly complex ships as you hit salvage milestones.
  • Satisfying Gameplay Loop: A blend of relaxing, methodical disassembly and sudden, high-intensity hazards.

Available on PC, Xbox One, and PlayStation 4, Hardspace: Shipbreaker is a must-play for fans of simulation games, physics-driven action, and atmospheric sci-fi storytelling.